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ADVOCACY FOCUS MAGAZINE | AUGUST 2024

State Lawmakers Approve Funding for Key Projects in the

Greater Lansing Region

he Greater Lansing region secured a major “We are elated to have received funding for these projects
victory in the recently approved state budget that combined will continue to bolster the ongoing
Tas lawmakers approved funding for critical revitalization efforts, building upon the successes
infrastructure and community revitalization projects achieved through last year’s budget allocations,” said
supported by more than a dozen local organizations Tim Daman, president & CEO, LRCC. “We owe a debt of
including the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce gratitude to our local lawmakers in the Capitol Caucus
(LRCC). Several projects approved by state lawmakers who once again worked in a bipartisan fashion to fight
were part of the Capital Region Improvement Support for and win approval for these critical infrastructure
Package (CRISP) #2 that was developed by regional investments, community revitalization projects, and
partners. More than $90 million have been secured in this housing development.”
budget cycle. Among local projects and funding amounts
approved by the legislature were: The Capital Region Improvement Support Package
(CRISP) #2 document represents a strategic roadmap for
• $15 million to Ingham County for direct financing for further enhancing the development of Lansing’s central
housing programs, such as down payment assistance, city and the broader region. CRISP #2 laid out a series
affordable or workforce housing development and of regional priority requests to the state, emphasizing
foreclosure prevention programs with up to $5 proactive measures to drive economic growth, improve
million for affordable or workforce housing programs infrastructure, and enhance the overall quality of life
in Lansing throughout the region.
• $10 million to Ingham County for Potter Park Zoo
• $5 million for Lansing Board of Water & Light for a These initiatives include vital urban renewal projects,
steam conversion project transportation infrastructure enhancements, and
• $5 million for the Eaton County Intercounty Drain community development initiatives, all aimed at
Project fostering sustainable progress and prosperity for
• $4 million for a Capital Region International Airport Lansing and its neighboring areas. By combining these
Road project proposed projects and services, CRISP #2 demonstrates
• $3 million for an economic development organization a steadfast commitment to ensuring that Lansing’s
in Lansing to support mixed-use housing central city and the surrounding region continue
• $2.4 million for street repairs in East Lansing to evolve into vibrant and thriving hubs, capable of
• $2 million for Michigan State University’s Child meeting the demands of the future while honoring
Development Lab the legacy of the past. It underscores the community’s
• $1 million toward Bingham Township watermain dedication to building a brighter, more prosperous
extension project future for all its residents and stakeholders. l
• $1 million for Lansing City Rescue Mission
• $1 million for Cristo Rey Community Center health grant

LRCC Releases 2024 Midyear Advocacy in Action Update

idway through 2024, the Lansing Regional successfully advocated for major housing
Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) public affairs developments, entertainment venues, and a new city
Mdepartment, the Lansing Regional Chamber- hall in downtown Lansing.
Political Action Committee (LRC-PAC) and the Advance
Greater Lansing initiative have been working to address The LRCC invites you to explore the 2024 Advocacy in
the critical issues facing the Greater Lansing region on Action Update, which highlights the Chamber's top
behalf of employers and small businesses. engagement areas and explains the actions already
taken during the first six months of the year.
That includes advocating for the Rebuild Lansing
Agenda, where more than 150 businesses, labor Visit lansingchamber.org/advocacy-update to
partners, regional organizations, and residents learn more. l

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